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Multi band Moxon Yagi Antenna for 10,15,20 meters band with just one feed line. Drawing and project with dimensions

Experimenting vertical wire antennas for 40 and 20 meters supported by balloons resulting in excellent gain in RX and good overall performance against horizontal dipole

The **Solarcon A99** vertical antenna, a half-wave over a quarter-wave variable mutual inductance design, primarily serves the 11-meter CB band but also finds use on 10 and 12 meters for amateur radio operators. Its simple construction, consisting of three fiberglass sections and a 16 AWG radiating element, makes it an accessible option for new operators or those seeking an easy-to-install base station antenna without complex mounting requirements. Despite claims of 9.9 dBi gain being widely considered exaggerated, and a manufacturer rating of 2000 watts power handling often viewed with skepticism (with 300 watts suggested as a practical limit), the A99 maintains popularity due to its low cost and ease of deployment. It typically tunes to a 1.2-1.3 SWR out of the box, requiring minimal adjustment via its two tuning rings. Its high angle of radiation allows for effective local communication even when mounted at low heights, such as 8-10 feet off the ground. However, the A99 is known for significant RF bleed-over issues, particularly when operated with higher power or mounted close to residential electronics. While its internal design is often described as cheap, the antenna exhibits remarkable durability, frequently lasting a decade or more in various weather conditions. Its affordability and straightforward setup continue to make it a go-to choice for many radio enthusiasts.

A vertical antenna project for the 7MHz made with some spare parts. Based on a broken 20 foot fishing pole, it is based on a good ground system made with radials and a capacitive hat done to increase the global radiation resistance of the antenna. A custom loading coil is also included in this project to perfectly tune the antenna to the CW portion of the 40 meters band.

Getting the most out of LowFER transmitting antennas, designing an efficient antenna for the 1750-meter band by K0LR

How to measure antenna feed balanced lines currents

Demonstrating the construction of a short dipole antenna tailored for the 60 meter band, this resource provides detailed instructions for radio enthusiasts with limited space. The design incorporates inductive loading using two inductors (L1/L2) made from PVC tubes, allowing for effective operation on 5 MHz. The antenna consists of 12 meters of wire, divided into four sections, with specific dimensions and materials outlined for optimal performance. Results from users indicate that this antenna can significantly enhance DXing capabilities on the 60 meter band. Feedback from operators suggests that while the design is effective, adjustments may be necessary based on individual setups, such as coil diameter and wire gauge. Many users report successful construction and operation, with some experimenting with variations to improve resonance. The practical application of this antenna design has led to successful contacts and improved signal quality, making it a popular choice among 60 meter band operators.

Magnetic Loop antenna for 20 to 80 meters band using home made butterfly condensator kit

Amateur SSTV from MIR, a 2 meter antenna for bicycles, working the AO-27 satellite portable, and photographs.

A comparison of the buddipole antenna versus a wire dipole done on 20 meters band

A frame antenna for the 80 meters band, built to be folded and to be easy to be mounted and dismounted. This antenna is suitable for indoor and QRP use, bandwidth is just 10kHz and should be observed a proper distance while transmitting due to high voltage.

An EH Antenna for 14 MHz by EB3EMD based on an original project by F5SWN

Antennas and operating note on 160 meters

A 4 element yagi beam antenna for the 17 meters band with pictures and element dimension and spacing

This antenna was designed for the CQ WW CW 2009 at EA8URL. All elements are made out of fishing rods with an insulated copper cable fixed on the rods by cable ties. Both fishing rods and cable are UV resistant.

Want to operate on 40 meters but only have a space a little over 16X16 ? Try this antenna.

Octagonal magentic loop antennas that work from 20 to 10 meters with pictures and efficiency reports by G1KEA

Slot cubes are folded skeleton slot antennas with widened, folded dipoles bent into a cube to reduce size. QST Article 12 2019

Home made wire dipole on a lenght of 30 meter 98.4 ft by PE1OPM

Amateur Radio 40m 20m 15m Half Wave Fan dipole antenna project with part list, pictures and drawing. Includes the option to expand the antenna to cover the 80 meters band

This is a presentation used at OVARC on the LindenBlad antenna construction. The presentation cover several topics about this antenna, from the basic antenna design, to the guide on how to contruct a custom lindenblad antenna for the 2 meters band and and 70 centimenters band.

6m/2m/70cm Yagi Antenna Built from Old TV Antenna This turned out to be a great little antenna. It works the 6 meter, 2 meter and 70 centimeter bands. You can use one common feedpoint or two seperate feedpoints depending on how you would like to connect this antenna to your transceiver.

ZL1BJQ 23 feet diameter dish antenna for 432 Mhz

This article describes the details of the design, which can be easily scaled for just about any HF band. The antenna described in this article is for the 20 meters band.

The antenna is comprised of three lengths of 12 foot aluminum which telescope together.

Simple 6 Metre DX Antenna based on an article by LB Cebick in QST May 2002 on a Quad Turnstile antenna. This antenna is basically two full wave loops mounted at right angles fed 90 degrees out of phase to produce an omni-directional horizontally polarized pattern

A dual band delta loop antenna resonating on 30 and 40 meters band using a single wire for the top slopers on both 30 and 40 meters and does not need any balun

A moxon antenna for 2 meters band featuring 6 dBi and a F/B of 30 dBi

Article from 73 Amateur Radio Today about experimenting on ferrite loops transmitting loop antennas for 80 and 160 meters bands.

Design and build a 6 meter 2-element Moxon antenna mostly from available aluminum tubing and angle stock.

An almost invisible wire antenna for the 17 meters band

A few pictures of an homebrew magnetic loop RTX antenna project, working from 30 to 12 meters with excellent results

A bazooka coax antenna for 40 meters band design by CA6TYS

Home-Made Magnetic Loop Antenna for 30 Meters by WA8LMF

Off center fed bent 10 meter Yagi antenna for attics

Stryker 10 Meter Amateur Radio trasceivers, antennas and accessories manufacturer

KD5FX, 20 through 6 meters, QRP to full legal power, lightweight, easy to carry

An HF vertical antenna by N3OX with a flexible capacitance hat

Adding 17 meter band to Mosley TA-33M yagi antenna

This R.F. current meter was developed to assist in measuring line currents in balance feed lines as used in the All Band HF Antenna.

The page provides detailed instructions on how to build a 60 meter End Fed Half Wave Antenna Tuner, with large pictures and diagrams. It is aimed at amateur radio operators looking to construct their own antennas for the 60 meter band.

A dual band portable inverted V antenna for 80 and 40 meters band with dimensions for other bands and several assembling instruction

A presentation of the Yagi Antennas, and other interesting tid-bits by Brian Mileshosky. The document provides an in-depth exploration of the Yagi-Uda antenna, detailing its historical development, design principles, and performance characteristics. Originally described in the 1920s, the Yagi antenna features a driven element and parasitic elements, including reflectors and directors, which collectively determine its behavior. The document highlights how element lengths, diameters, and spacing influence gain, impedance, and directivity. It also discusses the antenna's reciprocal nature and presents data on typical gain values for various element configurations. Additionally, the text covers practical considerations, such as the construction of a "Tape Measure Yagi" for amateur use, and touches on related antenna types like dipoles and their application in Near Vertical Incident Skywave (NVIS) communication.

Homebrew 30 meter full quarter wave vertical antenna.

The page provides detailed information on a compact two-element yagi antenna, also known as the Moxon rectangle, specifically designed for the 17 meters band. It includes construction details, evolution history, performance data, and comparison with a 1/2 wave dipole antenna.

This wire antenna for 40 and 20 meter band feature a good SWR. Horizontal side of the antenna is placed at two meters above the ground. Impedance of the antenna are depending by the height of the base from the ground and conditions of the ground

A review of all possible receiving antennas for top band 160 meters

Three Yagi antennas for the six meters band by 9A7PJT. Include a 4 element yagi, a custom design 4 element, and a 5 element yagi with antennas pictures and design.

A simple, cheap and easy to build 26 feet long vertical antenna that works DX on 20 - 10 meters including WARC Bands, it is designed for portability for field days, camping, or permanent installation, cost, and to achieve at least 1/2 wavelength on the WARC bands.

Measuring antenna current with and RF Ammeter